Released 18 years ago this June
Radiohead: The Best Of
Radiohead · 2008
135 min · 30 tracks · alternative rock · art rock · experimental rock
A sweeping anthology of existential angst and sonic innovation that defines modern alternative rock.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- existential themes for introspective moments
- ideal for late-night contemplation
- dynamic shifts in emotional tone
- strong narrative through varied tracks
- for long drives
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, instant gratification
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Themes
- disaffected youth· alienation in suburbia· post-millennial anxiety
- Career context
- Released in 2008, 'The Best Of' marks an important retrospective for Radiohead, showcasing their evolution from the grunge-inflected sound of 'Creep' to the experimental textures of 'In Rainbows'. By this point, they had solidified their status as pioneers in alternative rock, following the critical acclaim of albums like 'OK Computer' and 'Kid A'. This compilation serves both as a celebration of their past hits and a bridge to their future explorations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sigur Rós· Interpol· The National
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Turn on the Bright Lights by Interpol — Shares a similar atmosphere of urban alienation and post-punk revival with intricate production.Boxer by The National — Explores themes of existential angst with atmospheric instrumentation and introspective lyrics.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Just 3:54
- 2 Paranoid Android 6:27
- 3 Karma Police 4:24
- 4 Creep 3:57
- 5 No Surprises 3:49
- 6 High and Dry 4:17
- 7 My Iron Lung 4:36
- 8 There There 5:21
- 9 Lucky 4:18
- 10 Optimistic 4:53
- 11 Fake Plastic Trees 4:51
- 12 Idioteque 4:37
- 13 2 + 2 = 5 3:19
- 14 The Bends 4:05
- 15 Pyramid Song 4:49
- 16 Street Spirit (Fade Out) 4:13
- 17 Everything in Its Right Place 4:11
Disc 2
- 1 Airbag 4:47
- 2 I Might Be Wrong 4:52
- 3 Go to Sleep 3:22
- 4 Let Down 4:59
- 5 Planet Telex 4:19
- 6 Exit Music (for a Film) 4:27
- 7 The National Anthem 5:47
- 8 Knives Out 4:15
- 9 Talk Show Host 4:39
- 10 You 3:28
- 11 Anyone Can Play Guitar 3:37
- 12 How to Disappear Completely 5:55
- 13 True Love Waits 5:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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